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Ralph Puentes Missing Person Case

Last seen in Long Beach, California on Jul 1, 2020

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Victim Details

Jun 23, 2022

Jul 20, 2023

Ralph

Puentes

64

58

68 inches

190 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

Jul 1, 2020

Long Beach

California

Los Angeles County

No

116755

Long Beach Police Department

Long Beach

California

Los Angeles County

90802

400 West Broadway, California

5625707260

Local

Law Enforcement

200032096

Long Beach Police Department

na

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 5, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP92580) and 7 other sources
Ralph David Puentes, a 58-year-old Hispanic male, went missing from Long Beach, California, on July 1, 2020. At the time of his disappearance, Ralph was 5'8" tall, weighed approximately 190 pounds, and had brown hair and hazel eyes. He also had distinctive tattoos, including the name "Adrian" on his chest and a cross on his left forearm. Puentes wore glasses and might also be known by the names "Puente" or "Fuentes."

Few details about the circumstances of his disappearance have been made public. The Long Beach Police Department has been handling his case, but despite ongoing investigations, no significant leads have emerged regarding his whereabouts since he was last seen. His case remains open, and authorities continue to seek information that could provide insight into his disappearance.

If anyone has information regarding Ralph Puentes, they are encouraged to contact the Long Beach Police Department or provide a tip through various missing persons platforms.
Last Seen: Jul 1, 2020

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Man last seen in Long Beach in 2020 - Signal Tribune
  • Ralph David Puentes | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Ralph David Puentes - The Charley Project
  • Help Us Find Ralph David Puentes - Facebook
  • Signal Tribune | A missing man was last seen in #LongBeach over ...
  • LBPD Missing Persons Detail Archives - Signal Tribune
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    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    83%Moderate
    John Doe — Riverside, California
    UP100668 • Found Sep 24, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 58 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 89%49 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%183 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    82%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP101827
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP101827 • Found Feb 10, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–70 vs 58 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 100%11 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 88%140–160 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    81%Moderate
    John Doe — Inglewood, California - unidentified case UP94798
    John Doe — Inglewood, California
    UP94798 • Found Jun 21, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 58 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 99%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 24 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'3"–5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 78%135–150 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP104480 • Found Mar 22, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 58 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6"–5'9" vs 5'8"
    Weight 100%180–190 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP84065
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP84065 • Found Aug 15, 2021
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 55–75 vs 58 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'2"–5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 53%131 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP98209
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP98209 • Found Dec 1, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 58 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 97%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'1"–5'6" vs 5'8"
    Weight 44%115–125 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP77704
    John Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP77704 • Found Dec 31, 2020
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 50–70 vs 58
    Race 60%White
    Location 97%20 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 88%140–160 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — San Diego, California - unidentified case UP122559
    John Doe — San Diego, California
    UP122559 • Found May 13, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 60–65 vs 58 when missing
    Race 60%White
    Location 77%93 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'8"
    Weight 65%139 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — La Puente, California - unidentified case UP106330
    John Doe — La Puente, California
    UP106330 • Found Jul 2, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 75%Est. 30–55 vs 58 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 96%23 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'0"–5'5" vs 5'8"
    Weight 83%140–155 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Jurupa Valley, California
    UP107893 • Found Jul 17, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 58 when missing
    Race 100%Hispanic
    Location 91%44 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'4" vs 5'8"
    Weight 69%142 lb vs 190 lb
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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